[Hiring] Senior Associate Attorney @Boutique Recruiting

Role Description

This is the opportunity to turn litigation experience into influence, income, and a legitimate path to partnership. A growing national law firm is seeking a senior associate to lead insurance-related civil litigation matters, strengthen its California practice, and contribute to the development of junior attorneys. The firm rewards strong legal work, encourages business development, and gives attorneys the autonomy to build lasting careers without a burn-and-turn culture.

• Independently manage complex insurance-related civil litigation matters from intake through resolution or trial
• Represent insurance carriers in liability defense and insurance subrogation actions
• Evaluate liability, damages, coverage considerations, and recovery strategies
• Develop and execute case strategies aligned with client objectives
• Draft and argue substantive motions
• Lead written discovery, take and defend depositions, and retain appropriate experts
• Handle hearings, mediations, settlement conferences, and other proceedings
• Direct all phases of trial preparation and serve as lead or supporting trial counsel
• Advise carrier clients regarding exposure, strategy, settlement value and litigation risk
• Negotiate settlements and drive cases toward efficient, favorable outcomes
• Supervise and mentor junior associates, paralegals, and litigation support professionals
• Manage a substantial caseload while maintaining quality, responsiveness, and deadline compliance
• Maintain accurate case records and billable time in ProLaw
• Participate in seminars, client education, professional speaking engagements, and business development

Qualifications

• Active membership in good standing with the California State Bar
• Five to ten years of civil litigation experience
• Significant experience taking and defending depositions
• Advanced experience with discovery, motion practice, and trial preparation
• Ability to independently manage complex cases and sophisticated client relationships
• Strong legal writing, advocacy, negotiation, and strategic analysis skills
• Demonstrated ability to manage a high-volume caseload without sacrificing work quality
• Leadership skills and the ability to mentor less-experienced attorneys

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Associate bonus pool based on firm profitability, billable hours, and individual performance
• Safe Harbor retirement contribution after six months, regardless of employee contribution
• Unlimited paid time off
• Nine paid holidays